An Army Major was shot dead by a jawan when his phone was confiscated by the officer during a surprise check. Major Shikhar Thapa of 71 Armed Regiment presently posted with 8 Rashtriya Rifles suffered fatal wounds when a jawan fired two shots from his AK47 rifle from behind. The jawan was found using the mobile phone while being on duty. During the duty check by Major Thapa scolded the jawan and warned of being marched up to next day.